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Qatar Interior Ministry says unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) to be permitted in designated areas

<p>Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior, in coordination with the General Civil Aviation Authority and relevant authorities, announces that, effective today, unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) will be permitted in designated areas, which can be identified through the Metrash app.</p> <p>Drone operations are permitted during two periods each day: from sunrise until 9am and from 2pm until…

Qatar Interior Ministry says unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) to be permitted in designated areas

The Ministry of Interior in Qatar has announced that unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, will now be permitted for use in designated areas. This new policy, effective immediately, has been coordinated with the General Civil Aviation Authority and relevant authorities. Users can identify these designated zones through the Metrash app.

Drone operations will be allowed during two specific time slots each day: from sunrise until 9am, and from 2pm until sunset. The Ministry has emphasized the importance of users adhering to these designated areas and permitted times, as well as refraining from operating drones outside of authorized zones or for unauthorized purposes.

Compliance with all approved requirements and designated operating zones is mandatory. Violators will face legal action in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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